“I met officer Gumm. He patrolled our neighborhood and my friends and I watched the parking lot. He was kind as hell and shook our hands and thanked us for what we did. What he did is far greater than anything I can put into words. I’m so sorry, and thank you to his family,” viewer Jeff Williams said in an email.

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There was a large law enforcement response to the area that included SWAT teams and canine units. Residents in the area were told to shelter in place and stay away from windows and doors.

A sheriff's spokesman said the "area is to be considered dangerous. Deputy was shot. Suspect armed, and if willing to shoot a cop, could shoot anyone.”

Neighbors said they heard multiple gunshots and officers were outside their homes with guns drawn.